"This tireless rescue group saves stray dogs left on county roads or city streets, abandoned in empty houses or public parks, chained to fences or behind buildings," writes Hannah Sentenac. "They've saved puppies living in decrepit houses, dogs with gunshot wounds, victims of fighting rings and so many more."

The day before they were named one of the "most amazing" rescues, Stray Rescue workers rescued an abandoned, severely-underweight terrier puppy, now named Little Kimmy, from a dumpster. The dog, which is probably ten-months-old, is now ready for fostering or adoption.

"The rescued pups get medical attention, loving homes, and a new lease on life, thanks to their efforts," Sentenac writes about Stray Rescue for One Green Planet.

Stray Rescue

Morgan and Stanley, two black-and-white puppies with severe skin conditions, were rescued by Stray Rescue.

For years, Stray Rescue founder Randy Grim has combed the city with chunks of hot dog in his pockets to lure sick, stray or abused dogs to safety. But his work goes further than that; Grim says Stray Rescue has helped the successful prosecution of 40 to 50 animal abuses cases since 2012, according to the St. Louis Post Dispatch.